ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU & OKTOBERFEST - Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
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2020 | ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU & OKTOBERFEST Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
COSTS: from R38 900 per person sharing or R47 500 single person.
INTRODUCTION:
Join travel expert Gerrie Pretorius, as your host, on this unique tour with hidden gems, unique experiences and an abundance of fun. A rich mix of
iconic experiences await you. From the Minarets of the romantic Istanbul to the awe inspiring once a decade Passion Play in Oberammergau and end the
tour at the larger than life Oktoberfest!
Don’t miss this very diverse tour, put together for the traveller desiring a trip of true contrasts!
STAY AT COMFORTABLE 4*HOTELS AND HOMELY INNS AND HOTELS IN OBERAMMERGAU:
Istanbul:
• Piere Loti Hotel (or similar)
Munich:
• Hotel Platzl (or similar)
Oberammergau:
• Traditional accommodation to be confirmed closer to the time, in small Alpine villages surrounding Oberammergau. Prepare yourself for true Bavarian
hospitality in 2, 3 or 4-star guesthouses/hotels during our 2-night stay. (Please Note: Limited single rooms available.)
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES: OUR TOP-RATED SERVICES:
• Istanbul – explore Sultanhamet with Gerrie (who has a surprise up his • The best tour companion to show you around: our enthusiastic and
sleeve!). hugely knowledgeable travel expert, Gerrie Pretorius.
• The Blue Mosque beautifully lit at night. • Luxury air-conditioned coaches.
• The Spice Bazaar. • Personalised touring program tailored to the groups’ needs.
• Travelling through the picturesque Bavarian countryside. • Category B tickets for the Passion Play.
• Enjoying a Fleischkase roll in Oberammergau.
• Strolling through Oberammergau, absorbing the atmosphere AUTHENTIC REGIONAL FLAVOURS:
surrounded by mountains. • Turkish flavours in our Welcome Mezze Dinner.
• The breath-taking spectacle of the Passion Play. • Baklava and more delectable smoked meats.
• The magnificent view of Neuschwanstein Castle from the bridge. • Turkish delight, in different flavours, at the Spice Bazar.
• Sampling traditional dishes at the Viktualienmarkt. • A Turkish coffee demonstration.
• Marienplaz & Luna Park during Oktoberfest. • Mint Tea at Arasta Bazaar.
• Oktoberfest’s Beer Halls & Oompah bands. • Fleischkase in Oberammergau.
• Traditional Bavarian dinners.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS: • Bratwurst and other sausages at Viktualienmarkt.
• Istanbul Old City surrounded by Minarets and Spires. • Pretzels and Beers at the Oktoberfest.
• The Spice Bazaar with its exotic array of merchandise.
• The visual impact of the Grand Bazaar.
• Turkish Coffee at Arasta Bazaar.
• Experiencing Oberammergau at this exciting time.
• The magnificent Passion Play.
• Munich’s Marienplatz and the Glockenspiel.
• The vibrant Oktoberfest & Luna Park.
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
INCLUSIONS: EXCLUSIONS:
MEALS AND DRINKS INCLUDED: • Lunches and dinners (unless specified), and all drinks except where
• 8x Buffet Breakfasts specified.
• 3x Traditional Dinners • Porterage at hotels.
• 1x Lunch • Personal expenses and gratuities.
• 1x German tasting at Viktualienmarkt • German visa application.
• 1st Beer and Pretzel at Oktoberfest • A Turkish visa for non-South African passports (currently free of
charge).
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR • Domestic flights (if required).
• Return economy class flights from Johannesburg. • Insurance cover for anyone over 74 years of age.
• Current airport taxes (subject to change).
• Group travel insurance.
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Istanbul (bed and breakfast).
• Welcome local dinner in Istanbul.
• 1 Travel surprise from Gerrie in Istanbul.
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Oberammergau (bed, breakfast & a main
meal).
• 1 Fleischkasse Roll for lunch in Oberammergau.
• Official Oberammergau 2020 tickets (Category B/2).
• English translation of Passion Play dialogue.
• A visit to the view site at Neuschwanstein Castle.
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Munich (bed and breakfast).
• Walking tour and tastings of deli items at Viktualienmarkt.
• 1st Beer and Pretzel at Oktoberfest.
• All transfers & touring in air-conditioned coaches.
• Super Tour Companion, Gerrie Pretorius & an additional tour companion
from Sure Voyager Travel.
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Saturday, 19 Sept
After an early arrival in Istanbul, we are whisked off to our hotel for an Travel like a local, heading to the new part of Istanbul, on a tram to Taksim
early check in, breakfast and freshening up. Then off to discover this Square and explore the bargains along the 1.5 km Pedestrian shopping
exotic city with Gerrie showing you around. zone of Istiklal Street.
Stroll through the Sultanahamet – the Old Town of Istanbul, filled with Topkapi Palace is a fascinating place to spend a few hours and end your
Spires and Minarets promising wonderful photo opportunities, especially day with a sundowner cruising on the Bosphorus.
from the rooftop restaurants.
A Hammam (Turkish bath) is a great treat to indulge in.
Imagine glimpsing the Blue Mosque whilst enjoying humus, quail eggs or Enjoy a traditional dinner tonight, complete with Belly Dancers and
halva. Whirling Dervishes – a truly unforgettable experience!
No time to lose – too much Gerrie wants to show you: The Grand Bazaar,
the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Spice Souk with a fascinating walk-
through, sampling several delights.
Rest your feet at the Galata Bridge, sipping on mint tea while watching
ferries come and go across the busy Bosphorus.
We end the day off with a memorable Welcome dinner, experiencing the
local atmosphere and delicious local cuisine. (BD)
Sunday, 20 Sept
Today you can explore by yourself, with a choice on how you would like
to do it: Either a Hop-on-Hop-off or a travel ticket for trams, buses and
ferries.
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
Monday, 21 Sept Tuesday, 22 Sept
This morning we travel to the airport for our next exciting adventure – The big day, for our performance of the play, has arrived. You are free in
Germany, here we come! the morning (until lunch) to explore Oberammergau complete with ornate
houses adorned with either carvings (for which the town is famous) or the
On arrival in Munich we board our bus and travel through the lovely painted decorations on the buildings.
Bavarian countryside to the picturesque village of Oberammergau, hosting
the imposing Passion Play. (For the uninformed amongst us: The Passion At lunch you will be transferred to the village and get the opportunity to
Play is an enactment of the story of Christ every 10th year.) try a real Bavarian treat – a Fleischkasse Roll. Afterwards we head for the
theatre and take our Category B seats for the start of the play.
This tiny town impressively hosts an audience of almost 5000 people at
a time, by including the neighbouring villages to eventually accommodate At around 19h00 you will be dropped off at your accommodation for dinner
up to half a million people between May and October. It is a remarkably and collected again for the last half of the play.
smooth operation, moving huge numbers of visitors every afternoon,
from their respective accommodations, for the start of the performance. Once again, they will take you back to your accommodation after the play.
Halfway though, they transport everyone back to their accommodations for (BLD)
dinner and collect them again for the last half of the play. And of course,
they also return you back to your accommodation after the play. Truly
applaudable.
The play is in German and everyone receives a transcript in their own
language. However, you will soon abandon the translation, being so
absorbed by the sheer size and sincerity of the production. If you know the
story well, you will find it easy to follow.
Almost every person in the village has a part to play in the production. It
is a fascinating process. It is known to be one of the largest productions
staged and is a most moving and unique event to witness.
Dinner and overnight at your accommodation in Oberammergau or a
neighbouring village. (BD)
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU
2020 | & OKTOBERFEST
Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020
Wednesday, 23 Sept
We check out in the morning and bit the beautiful Oberammergau farewell, Then… time to join the festivities of Oktoberfest! The festival is situated
leaving for Munich, the picturesque Capital of Bavaria and home to the at Theresienwiese, which is on the underground line, making it easily
biggest Festival in the World, Oktoberfest - without a doubt the most accessible for everyone. Wiesn, the other name for Oktoberfest, offers
exciting and vibrant time to visit. The atmosphere is palpable. you much more than just beer. It’s a true people’s festival offering lots of
activities, including a massive fairground, called Luna Park. It covers acres
We travel by bus through the lovely Bavarian countryside, past Linderhof and offers wonderful rides, including a “must ride” Ferris Wheel for a
Palace to the most beautiful and iconic Neuschwanstein Castle. Take magnificent view of the fairgrounds and Munich, especially at sunset.
beautiful photos from the bridge and enjoy a short visit to the grounds of And of course, the festivity explodes in 16 or more party-tents, each
this enigmatic property, if you feel like it. differently themed, so choose carefully… Prepare yourself for the time of
your life! PS. Your first beer is on us – and don’t forget to eat a Pretzel,
We continue to Munich and check in at our hotel for a 2-night stay. they go together!
Join Gerrie on foot through The Aldstadt (Old Town) and pay a visit to
the heart of traditional Bavarian food, the Victualienmarkt. Sample little The Fair is open between 10h00 and 22h00 (weekdays).
morsels of German delicatessens – to get to know the specialities of this Return to the hotel for overnight. (B, Snack at Markt, Pretzel and Beer)
interesting and robust nation.
Thursday, 24 Sept
Sightseeing of Munich. Today you’ll have time to explore on your own. A
great way to this is on a Hop-on-Hop-off tour. It will take you to all the
main attractions. Starting with Marienplatz and the Glockenspiel figurines
appearing on the hour to perform on the Rathaus.
The beautiful English Garden, which will be changing into autumn colours,
is a popular attraction.
The car enthusiasts amongst us might want to visit the famous BMW
Museum.
If you’re an avid museum visitor, then don’t miss the unique Deutsches
ISTANBUL, OBERAMMERGAU 2020 | & OKTOBERFEST Tour 2: 18 - 27 SEPTEMBER 2020 Museum, spanning centuries of history and articles on display from original inventions to modern amazements. It never ceases to impress its visitors. Munich is the kind of city you can wander around and bump into history around every corner. Sit down at a street café, enjoy a leisurely coffee (or beer) and watch shoppers along Maximilianstrasse. A visit to Munich is not complete without visiting to the famous Hoffbrauhaus, where we will treat you to a beer of course. If you find the size of the mighty one litre beer daunting, you might want to opt for a Radler – half beer and half lemonade. The Oktoberfest is still in full swing with lots of entertainment at the fairgrounds. The fun continues well into the night. New friends to be made from all corners of the world and of course, Germany. Friday, 25 Sept Our last day in Munich and time to finish shopping, do some more exploring or meet up with new friends at the Oktoberfest, before travelling to the airport for our flight to Istanbul this afternoon. And from Istanbul, back home. Saturday, 26 Sept We arrive in Johannesburg. Home after an extraordinary experience with Gerrie Pretorius, one of the best tour companions ever.
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